The Do’s and Don’ts Of How To Train A Dog

How to train a dog and how not to, are important lessons that every trainer needs to learn.  Knowing what should be avoided is just as important as understanding what is necessary, especially since it is so easy to make mistakes and unintentionally reinforce negative behaviors.

The following is a breakdown of how to train a dog Do’s and Don’ts:

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• Be consistent – teach a lesson using the same technique, verbal instruction and hand signal every time.

• Be patient – Take training slow and wait for your dog’s comprehension.

• Teach one command at a time – More than one can create confusion. Read more

How To Teach Dog Tricks

Learning how to teach dog tricks is very simple because you use the same teaching principles that are applied to obedience training.  Providing your pooch lessons can be very enjoyable for both you and him.  What’s more is that your pet is never too old to learn any trick, so it doesn’t matter if you want to introduce him to these fun activities when he’s one, five or seven years old.

Want to know how to teach dog tricks, such as Roll Over, Play Dead, Give Paw, Spin, Count, and so on?  Here’s what you should keep in mind:

• Decide what method of teaching you will use.  Read more

Understanding Dog Behavior Modification

Dog behavior modification is what is required if you want to resolve negative behavioral reactions, such as aggression, possessiveness and fear in canines.  Obedience training cannot help rectify the problems because commands are designed to control your pooch, they do not address the underlying reasons for the issues your pet is experiencing.

For instance, if your canine is acting aggressively you can use a command to call him off but having him sit or lie down isn’t going to stop his aggression or remove the fear he feels.  Only through a dog behavior modification program will you be able to eventually help your companion overcome his psychological struggle and Read more

Successful Dog Obedience Training

Dog obedience training is a necessary part of a dog’s development.  They need to be taught certain commands to encourage good and healthy behavior, as well as to keep them safe and for the safety of other people and pets that associate with them.  Moreover, the act of teaching your companion provides you with a bonding experience and enables you to strengthen your control over your animal.

Sit, Come, Down, Stay, Wait, Heel, Stand and Off, are just some of the basic instructions that are part of dog obedience training.  Each of these commands has their own purpose and will prove useful at some point in the various situations that you experience Read more

Stop Puppy Biting

You’ll want to stop puppy biting as soon as it starts to prevent your dog from thinking this type of behavior is acceptable.  It is natural for puppies to freely and frequently use their mouths on anything and everyone they come in contact with.  This is because it is through their taste and their teeth they learn and experience.  Biting is also how they communicate, play and test their fellow litter mates.  However, even if this is part of their instincts, that doesn’t mean you should allow it.

You can stop puppy biting by putting one or more of the following techniques into practice.

Yelp – As soon as your puppy’s teeth come in contact with your skin give a sharp, high-pitched cry of pain and quickly snatch your hand away.  Read more

Puppy Crate Training – How To Introduce Your Puppy

Many people are under the impression that puppy crate training is cruel, but this isn’t true.  While it is mean to leave a pooch confined to any area all day long – especially one too small for him to move around in – the proper use of a crate can actually prove to be an ideal den for your pet that he will like.

There are many benefits to puppy crate training including:

• Optimal comfort and security.  In the wild, dogs would live in a den for protection.  This “den” instinct has remained with your canine.
• He has a place to call his own. He can retreat to an area where no one can bother him.
• Makes housetraining easier. Read more

How To Stop Dog Aggression And Regain Control

If you need to know how to stop dog aggression the chances are your pet has begun exhibiting aggressive behaviors or he is already spiraling out of your control.  Aggressiveness in dogs is very serious and action should immediately be taken to help rectify the problem.

The first step to learning how to stop dog aggression is to take your pet to the veterinarian.  A sudden change in behavior, such as growling, snapping or biting, could actually be a sign Read more

How To Stop Barking Dogs

Teaching a dog how to stop barking is something that many owners want to achieve.  A pooch that is consistently making noise can be very annoying to you, your family members, your guests and your neighbors.   Therefore, it is something you need to have control over.

However, before you learn how to stop barking dogs, you need to first understand why your pet is making a racket. There are a number of reasons why canines bark, and believe it or not, very rarely is the reason just to frustrate you.  Usually your pet is attempting to communicate something, such as he…

• Hears or sees something out of the ordinary – alerting you to unusual sounds or sights.
• Is afraid – reacting in defense
• Is bored – Attempting to amuse himself Read more

3 Important Dog Obedience Training Techniques

Diverse dog training techniques exist because not every canine learns the same way and not every owner likes to teach using the same method.  What you train your dog to do and how you instruct them to do it are two different things.  The “what” aspect is the command (I.E. Sit, Stay, Come, etc.).  The “how” factor is the technique utilized to enforce the commands.

Although there are a variety of dog training techniques, the following are a few of the common systems used:

Reward training – The object is rewarding you pooch with a treat and praise for a job well done.  When he performs as you want him to, you give him a Read more

Dog Health Care – Why Regular Grooming Is Vital

There is more to dog health care than regularly taking your pet to see their veterinarian.  Though this is a key component it isn’t the only aspect that contributes to the health and wellbeing of an animal.  The other essential element is grooming.  Understand, this doesn’t mean that one is more important than the other, just that both require your attention equally to ensure your dog’s healthiness.

The following information is what you need to know about grooming in terms of dog health care:

Coat brushing/combing – Though different breeds have diverse coats that may require daily or weekly brushings, it is imperative they are groomed as often as needed.  Why? Read more

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